MRS. DOUBTFIRE Musical Opens at Melbourne's Princess Theatre
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Theatre in Melbourne – Shows, Venues & Musicals
Melbourne Theatre is London's West End or New York's Broadway
Melbourne has one of Australia's most vibrant theatre scenes, with major musicals, comedy theatre, independent productions and family shows appearing on stages across the city throughout the year.
From historic theatres in the city centre to smaller independent venues across Melbourne, there is always something happening on stage. Some productions arrive from London's West End and New York's Broadway, while others premiere right here in Melbourne.
This Melbourne Theatre Guide brings together current theatre shows, upcoming productions, major theatre venues, festivals and links to theatres across Melbourne to help you explore what's on and discover the best theatre in Melbourne.
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The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
The Speakeasy Theatre
Step inside The Vaudeville Revue - Melbourne's must-see variety spectacular.
A favourite with locals and visitors alike, The Vaudeville Revue is an 18+ cabaret and variety show ..
Magic Men - Crown Casino
Level 3 Night Clubs At Crown
Voted Australia's no.1 Male Revue. Magic Men delivers nonstop thrills for the ultimate girls' night
FEEL THE MAGIC WITH MAGIC MEN AUSTRALIA!
Magic Men takes over Crown Melbo..
Tix at 12 | $Discount Arts Centre Tickets
Arts Centre Melbourne
For a 12 hour window from 12pm every Tuesday, get access to a variety of discounted shows.
Enter the promo code TIXAT12 and click apply before continuing to seat selection. Dis..
Menxclusive | Xclusive The Show
Platform One
Australia's Finest Cabaret and Burlesque By MenXclusive
Turning the tables for a fantastic night out. More than just any revue Australia has to offer you can now induldge in so..
Piccolo Teatro Magic Theatre
Wondering what's on in Melbourne?
At last Melbourne has an intimate and bespoke cabaret club dedicated to magic and some extra cabaret surprises.
Created and founded by int..
VIVA Melbourne: Society
VIVA Melbourne
Step inside our Society- an invitation only experience set within the world of The Upstairs Club.
The Upstairs Club is a secret playground for the bold, the curious, and the una..
VIVA Melbourne: Scandal
VIVA Melbourne
Scandal begins where the evening should probably end.
A late- night world of energy, and quiet indulgence.
Scandal invites you into something more intimate, where the perfo..
Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle
Palais Theatre
The ever-reigning Queen of Burlesque Dita Von Teese returns to Australia and New Zealand with her most opulent show yet: Nocturnelle.
With Nocturnelle Dita unveils a bewitching ..
Steel Magnolias
Athenaeum Theatre
The beloved film live on stage
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back - live on stage in a dazzling new Australian produ..
Animal Farm Reimagined for Modern Australia
Fairfax Studio
George Orwell's timeless political allegory is given a bold Australian makeover as Animal Farm returns to the stage in a fast-paced, razor-sharp production that speaks directly to ..
SIX the Musical Returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre
Comedy Theatre
The global phenomenon SIX the Musical returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026, bringing its award-winning blend of history, pop music and spectacular live performance ..
Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne with Anthony LaPaglia
Her Majesty's Theatre
Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne for a strictly limited season at Her Majesty's Theatre this August. Directed by acclaime..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Cut Chilli
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Cut Chilli by Chenturan Aran
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
No one leaves the table until someone tells the truth.
Jamie was abandoned as a baby in Sri Lanka. At le..
PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne
Margaret Court Arena
The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage!
The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing ..
The Moth GrandSLAM: GREAT ESCAPES
National Theatre
The Moth presents the Melbourne GrandSLAM, a battle of wits and words - fierce, hilarious, heartbreaking, and all points between.
The Moth is dedicated to finding people from al..
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Bluestone Church Arts Space
Subverse Theatre proudly presents
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Written and Directed by Stuart Bruce
Created with the support of the Maribyrnong City Council through their A..
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Regent Theatre
Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical.
Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconi..
Melbourne Opera presents Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore
Athenaeum Theatre
A ruined Spanish theatre sets the stage for Verdi's haunting Il Trovatore - a story of love, power and revenge filled with one musical highlight followed by another.
Il Trovato..
Kindred People 2026
Awaken murrup - awaken the spirit
Kindred People is an Indigenous-led gathering of global First Nations artists, Elders, Knowledge Holders, students and community, coming to Mo..
A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical
Princess Theatre
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical will make its Australian premiere at Melbourne's Princess Theatre on 5 August 2026, bringing the singer-songwriter's life and extensive ..
Menopause The Musical
Athenaeum Theatre
Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood!
Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle o..
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella at the Capitol Theatre, Melbourne
This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet sh..
Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color.
Join Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and the Darling children on a magical jour..
Australian Tap Dance Festival 2026
The official 15th Australian Tap Dance Festival will return in 2026.
We're curating a full week long event with a fresh format, new energy, and an international artist to conti..
Monty Python's Spamalot
Athenaeum Theatre
The legendary search for the Holy Grail is officially headed for Australia!
After a spectacular season at Perth's Planet Royale in May, Drew Anthony Creative has announced tha..
Knights Of Fire at Kryal Castle | School Holiday's
Kryal Castle
Knights clashing with flaming swords snow queens and winter magic - 'Knights of Fire' returns to Kyral Castle these school holidays.
Saturday 19th September 2026 - Sunday 4th Oc..
Oz: The Cirque Experience
Fitzroy St Theatre
Do you dare challenge the wonderful Wizard of OZ?
Whether you're chasing heart brains courage - or just a damn good time - Oz is calling.
From award winning Australian produ..
Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest
Her Majesty's Theatre
Following a sold-out season in London and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand in 2025, the critically acclaimed ballet Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest returns to..
The Australian Ballet: The Nutcracker
Ian Potter State Theatre
This October,?we're performing The Nutcracker in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 and tickets are now on sale.
Sir Peter Wright's magical production of this cherished bal..
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Musical Opens at Melbourne's Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
MRS. DOUBTFIRE will bring its blend of comedy, music and heart to Melbourne's Princess Theatre from November, adapting the much-loved film for the stage.
The musical follows Dan..
The Shark Is Broken
Athenaeum Theatre
The shark may not be working, but the drama certainly is.
Step behind the scenes of one of cinema's greatest blockbusters in *The Shark Is Broken*-the acclaimed comedy that rev..
Opera Australia: Opera Up Late
Regent Theatre
Opera's greatest late-night party is back for more. More music. More glitz. More laughs.
Opera Up Late returns to Melbourne in 2026 - bigger, better and naughtier than ever!
..
Opera Australia: La Boheme
Regent Theatre
To write, to paint, to think, to cry.
To love, to fight, to live, to die.
They have love. They have art. They have each other. But you can't eat poetry, and philosophy won't ..
Opera Australia: The Trumpet of the Swan
Regent Theatre
He raised his trumpet and blew a strong, clear note. It was the greatest moment of his life.
Meet Louis, a young swan born without a voice. With the help of a boy named Sam and ..
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show
The Capitol
Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dazzling dance and light show.
Classical ballet and modern technology come together to create an artistic masterpiece like ..
The Nutcracker returns to Melbourne for an extended Christmas season
Regent Theatre
Christmas favourite **The Nutcracker** returns to Melbourne's Regent Theatre following a record-breaking sell-out season in 2025.
Presented by BIG Live, the beloved ballet brin..
Elf The Musical Comes to Melbourne for the First Time at Crown Live
Crown Live Melbourne
Elf The Musical is making its Melbourne premiere this November at the new CROWN LIVE theatre.
Based on the beloved Christmas film, the Broadway musical follows Buddy the Elf o..
Award-winning West End revival of Fiddler on the Roof comes to Melbourne
Her Majesty's Theatre
The acclaimed West End revival of **Fiddler on the Roof** arrives at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre this October following a record-breaking London season. Winner of three Olivi..
Storytime Ballet: Cinderella
Comedy Theatre
Fall under the spell of Cinderella an interactive Storytime Ballet experience for children aged three years and older.
Cinderella
Cinderella tells the story of a beautiful and ..
The Shawshank Redemption - Live On Stage
Playhouse Theatre
The stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption Live on Stage is heading to Australia for a 2027 national tour, featuring stops in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide.
THE S..
Iconic film The Castle is becoming a play
Her Majesty's Theatre
One of Australia's most beloved films makes its long-awaited journey to the stage in a brand-new theatrical production filled with heart, humour and the unforgettable charm of the ..
Come Alive - The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Caulfield Racecourse
Step inside the Hippodrome and into the world of The Greatest Showman as COME ALIVE!
Hear the iconic anthems of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul including 'This Is Me' 'Rewrite the S..
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
The Speakeasy Theatre
30 Nov -0001
Step inside The Vaudeville Revue - Melbourne's must-see variety spectacular.
A favourite with locals and visitors alike, The Vaudeville Revue is an 18+ cabaret and variety show that brings together burlesque, circus, ..
Magic Men - Crown Casino
Level 3 Night Clubs At Crown
30 Nov -0001
Voted Australia's no.1 Male Revue. Magic Men delivers nonstop thrills for the ultimate girls' night
FEEL THE MAGIC WITH MAGIC MEN AUSTRALIA!
Magic Men takes over Crown Melbourne with an award-winning, high-energy ..
Tix at 12 | $Discount Arts Centre Tickets
Arts Centre Melbourne
30 Nov -0001
For a 12 hour window from 12pm every Tuesday, get access to a variety of discounted shows.
Enter the promo code TIXAT12 and click apply before continuing to seat selection. Discounts will be available across these ic..
Menxclusive | Xclusive The Show
Platform One
30 Nov -0001
Australia's Finest Cabaret and Burlesque By MenXclusive
Turning the tables for a fantastic night out. More than just any revue Australia has to offer you can now induldge in some amazing elements of burlesque Circus ..
Piccolo Teatro Magic Theatre
30 Nov -0001
Wondering what's on in Melbourne?
At last Melbourne has an intimate and bespoke cabaret club dedicated to magic and some extra cabaret surprises.
Created and founded by internationally renowned magician Sam Angel..
VIVA Melbourne: Society
VIVA Melbourne
30 Nov -0001
Step inside our Society- an invitation only experience set within the world of The Upstairs Club.
The Upstairs Club is a secret playground for the bold, the curious, and the unapologetically indulgent.
Behind clos..
VIVA Melbourne: Scandal
VIVA Melbourne
30 Nov -0001
Scandal begins where the evening should probably end.
A late- night world of energy, and quiet indulgence.
Scandal invites you into something more intimate, where the performances are sharper, the connection is c..
Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle
Palais Theatre
8 Aug 2026
The ever-reigning Queen of Burlesque Dita Von Teese returns to Australia and New Zealand with her most opulent show yet: Nocturnelle.
With Nocturnelle Dita unveils a bewitching new vision - an exquisite blend of old-H..
Steel Magnolias
Athenaeum Theatre
23 Jul 2026 to 9 Aug 2026
The beloved film live on stage
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back - live on stage in a dazzling new Australian production.
Written by Robert Harling, th..
Animal Farm Reimagined for Modern Australia
Fairfax Studio
12 Aug 2026 to 22 Aug 2026
George Orwell's timeless political allegory is given a bold Australian makeover as Animal Farm returns to the stage in a fast-paced, razor-sharp production that speaks directly to today's world of climate anxiety, media ..
SIX the Musical Returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre
Comedy Theatre
24 Jul 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
The global phenomenon SIX the Musical returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026, bringing its award-winning blend of history, pop music and spectacular live performance back to Australian audiences.
The si..
Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne with Anthony LaPaglia
Her Majesty's Theatre
11 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne for a strictly limited season at Her Majesty's Theatre this August. Directed by acclaimed Australian theatre-maker Neil Armfield..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Cut Chilli
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
12 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
Cut Chilli by Chenturan Aran
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
No one leaves the table until someone tells the truth.
Jamie was abandoned as a baby in Sri Lanka. At least that's what Katherine told him, as s..
PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne
Margaret Court Arena
22 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage!
The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, will complete a ruff-roa..
The Moth GrandSLAM: GREAT ESCAPES
National Theatre
24 Aug 2026
The Moth presents the Melbourne GrandSLAM, a battle of wits and words - fierce, hilarious, heartbreaking, and all points between.
The Moth is dedicated to finding people from all walks of life to tell inspired stories..
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Bluestone Church Arts Space
13 Aug 2026 to 29 Aug 2026
Subverse Theatre proudly presents
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Written and Directed by Stuart Bruce
Created with the support of the Maribyrnong City Council through their Artist in Residence program, this winter ..
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Regent Theatre
14 Jul 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical.
Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconic moments you know and love, this joyous..
Melbourne Opera presents Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore
Athenaeum Theatre
23 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
A ruined Spanish theatre sets the stage for Verdi's haunting Il Trovatore - a story of love, power and revenge filled with one musical highlight followed by another.
Il Trovatore
Melbourne Opera's production of Il T..
Kindred People 2026
1 Sep 2026 to 5 Sep 2026
Awaken murrup - awaken the spirit
Kindred People is an Indigenous-led gathering of global First Nations artists, Elders, Knowledge Holders, students and community, coming to Monash University on Boonwurrung Country i..
A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical
Princess Theatre
5 Aug 2026 to 6 Sep 2026
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical will make its Australian premiere at Melbourne's Princess Theatre on 5 August 2026, bringing the singer-songwriter's life and extensive catalogue to the stage.
The musical t..
Menopause The Musical
Athenaeum Theatre
2 Sep 2026 to 6 Sep 2026
Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood!
Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle of wine, the global smash hit, Menopause ..
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
12 Sep 2026
After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella at the Capitol Theatre, Melbourne
This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet show where dancers shine in glow-in-the-da..
Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
19 Sep 2026
Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color.
Join Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and the Darling children on a magical journey to Neverland!
Peter Pan in a Spa..
Australian Tap Dance Festival 2026
26 Sep 2026 to 3 Oct 2026
The official 15th Australian Tap Dance Festival will return in 2026.
We're curating a full week long event with a fresh format, new energy, and an international artist to continue to enrich your tap education.
Dis..
Monty Python's Spamalot
Athenaeum Theatre
16 Sep 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
The legendary search for the Holy Grail is officially headed for Australia!
After a spectacular season at Perth's Planet Royale in May, Drew Anthony Creative has announced that the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, M..
Knights Of Fire at Kryal Castle | School Holiday's
Kryal Castle
19 Sep 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
Knights clashing with flaming swords snow queens and winter magic - 'Knights of Fire' returns to Kyral Castle these school holidays.
Saturday 19th September 2026 - Sunday 4th October 2026 @ Kryal Castle
Knights ba..
Oz: The Cirque Experience
Fitzroy St Theatre
26 Sep 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
Do you dare challenge the wonderful Wizard of OZ?
Whether you're chasing heart brains courage - or just a damn good time - Oz is calling.
From award winning Australian producers comes a new theatrical experience t..
Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest
Her Majesty's Theatre
10 Sep 2026 to 25 Oct 2026
Following a sold-out season in London and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand in 2025, the critically acclaimed ballet Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest returns to Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre.
A..
The Australian Ballet: The Nutcracker
Ian Potter State Theatre
24 Oct 2026 to 31 Oct 2026
This October,?we're performing The Nutcracker in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 and tickets are now on sale.
Sir Peter Wright's magical production of this cherished ballet is set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score..
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Musical Opens at Melbourne's Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
1 Nov 2026
MRS. DOUBTFIRE will bring its blend of comedy, music and heart to Melbourne's Princess Theatre from November, adapting the much-loved film for the stage.
The musical follows Daniel Hillard's determined efforts to rema..
The Shark Is Broken
Athenaeum Theatre
15 Oct 2026 to 8 Nov 2026
The shark may not be working, but the drama certainly is.
Step behind the scenes of one of cinema's greatest blockbusters in *The Shark Is Broken*-the acclaimed comedy that reveals the hilarious tensions, unexpected ..
Opera Australia: Opera Up Late
Regent Theatre
15 Nov 2026
Opera's greatest late-night party is back for more. More music. More glitz. More laughs.
Opera Up Late returns to Melbourne in 2026 - bigger, better and naughtier than ever!
Originally conceived for 2023's Sydney W..
Opera Australia: La Boheme
Regent Theatre
7 Nov 2026 to 18 Nov 2026
To write, to paint, to think, to cry.
To love, to fight, to live, to die.
They have love. They have art. They have each other. But you can't eat poetry, and philosophy won't warm a bitter winter.
This classic o..
Opera Australia: The Trumpet of the Swan
Regent Theatre
20 Nov 2026 to 22 Nov 2026
He raised his trumpet and blew a strong, clear note. It was the greatest moment of his life.
Meet Louis, a young swan born without a voice. With the help of a boy named Sam and a stolen trumpet, Louis sets out to prov..
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show
The Capitol
29 Nov 2026
Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dazzling dance and light show.
Classical ballet and modern technology come together to create an artistic masterpiece like no other where exquisite dancers literal..
The Nutcracker returns to Melbourne for an extended Christmas season
Regent Theatre
1 Dec 2026
Christmas favourite **The Nutcracker** returns to Melbourne's Regent Theatre following a record-breaking sell-out season in 2025.
Presented by BIG Live, the beloved ballet brings Tchaikovsky's timeless score, dazzlin..
Elf The Musical Comes to Melbourne for the First Time at Crown Live
Crown Live Melbourne
27 Nov 2026 to 13 Dec 2026
Elf The Musical is making its Melbourne premiere this November at the new CROWN LIVE theatre.
Based on the beloved Christmas film, the Broadway musical follows Buddy the Elf on a heartwarming and hilarious adventure..
Award-winning West End revival of Fiddler on the Roof comes to Melbourne
Her Majesty's Theatre
31 Oct 2026 to 27 Dec 2026
The acclaimed West End revival of **Fiddler on the Roof** arrives at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre this October following a record-breaking London season. Winner of three Olivier Awards, including Best Musical Reviva..
Storytime Ballet: Cinderella
Comedy Theatre
20 Jan 2027 to 23 Jan 2027
Fall under the spell of Cinderella an interactive Storytime Ballet experience for children aged three years and older.
Cinderella
Cinderella tells the story of a beautiful and kind young girl who is forced to wait on..
The Shawshank Redemption - Live On Stage
Playhouse Theatre
4 Feb 2027
The stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption Live on Stage is heading to Australia for a 2027 national tour, featuring stops in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide.
THE STORY YOU LOVE - LIVE ON STAGE
Some stor..
Iconic film The Castle is becoming a play
Her Majesty's Theatre
23 Mar 2027 to 18 Apr 2027
One of Australia's most beloved films makes its long-awaited journey to the stage in a brand-new theatrical production filled with heart, humour and the unforgettable charm of the Kerrigan family.
Based on the iconic ..
Come Alive - The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Caulfield Racecourse
25 Feb 2027 to 24 Apr 2027
Step inside the Hippodrome and into the world of The Greatest Showman as COME ALIVE!
Hear the iconic anthems of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul including 'This Is Me' 'Rewrite the Stars' and 'A Million Dreams' in a heart-..
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MRS. DOUBTFIRE Musical Opens at Melbourne's Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
MRS. DOUBTFIRE will bring its blend of comedy, music and heart to Melbourne's Princess Theatre from November, adapting the much-loved film for the stage.
The musical follows Dan..
SIX the Musical Returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre
Comedy Theatre
The global phenomenon SIX the Musical returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026, bringing its award-winning blend of history, pop music and spectacular live performance ..
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Regent Theatre
Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical.
Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconi..
Award-winning West End revival of Fiddler on the Roof comes to Melbourne
Her Majesty's Theatre
The acclaimed West End revival of **Fiddler on the Roof** arrives at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre this October following a record-breaking London season. Winner of three Olivi..
Melbourne Opera presents Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore
Athenaeum Theatre
A ruined Spanish theatre sets the stage for Verdi's haunting Il Trovatore - a story of love, power and revenge filled with one musical highlight followed by another.
Il Trovato..
A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical
Princess Theatre
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical will make its Australian premiere at Melbourne's Princess Theatre on 5 August 2026, bringing the singer-songwriter's life and extensive ..
Monty Python's Spamalot
Athenaeum Theatre
The legendary search for the Holy Grail is officially headed for Australia!
After a spectacular season at Perth's Planet Royale in May, Drew Anthony Creative has announced tha..
Menopause The Musical
Athenaeum Theatre
Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood!
Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle o..
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Musical Opens at Melbourne's Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
1 Nov 2026
MRS. DOUBTFIRE will bring its blend of comedy, music and heart to Melbourne's Princess Theatre from November, adapting the much-loved film for the stage.
The musical follows Daniel Hillard's determined efforts to rema..
SIX the Musical Returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre
Comedy Theatre
24 Jul 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
The global phenomenon SIX the Musical returns to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026, bringing its award-winning blend of history, pop music and spectacular live performance back to Australian audiences.
The si..
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Regent Theatre
14 Jul 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical.
Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconic moments you know and love, this joyous..
Award-winning West End revival of Fiddler on the Roof comes to Melbourne
Her Majesty's Theatre
31 Oct 2026 to 27 Dec 2026
The acclaimed West End revival of **Fiddler on the Roof** arrives at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre this October following a record-breaking London season. Winner of three Olivier Awards, including Best Musical Reviva..
Melbourne Opera presents Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore
Athenaeum Theatre
23 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
A ruined Spanish theatre sets the stage for Verdi's haunting Il Trovatore - a story of love, power and revenge filled with one musical highlight followed by another.
Il Trovatore
Melbourne Opera's production of Il T..
A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical
Princess Theatre
5 Aug 2026 to 6 Sep 2026
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical will make its Australian premiere at Melbourne's Princess Theatre on 5 August 2026, bringing the singer-songwriter's life and extensive catalogue to the stage.
The musical t..
Monty Python's Spamalot
Athenaeum Theatre
16 Sep 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
The legendary search for the Holy Grail is officially headed for Australia!
After a spectacular season at Perth's Planet Royale in May, Drew Anthony Creative has announced that the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, M..
Menopause The Musical
Athenaeum Theatre
2 Sep 2026 to 6 Sep 2026
Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood!
Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle of wine, the global smash hit, Menopause ..
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PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne
Margaret Court Arena
The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage!
The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing ..
Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne with Anthony LaPaglia
Her Majesty's Theatre
Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne for a strictly limited season at Her Majesty's Theatre this August. Directed by acclaime..
Piccolo Teatro Magic Theatre
Wondering what's on in Melbourne?
At last Melbourne has an intimate and bespoke cabaret club dedicated to magic and some extra cabaret surprises.
Created and founded by int..
The Shark Is Broken
Athenaeum Theatre
The shark may not be working, but the drama certainly is.
Step behind the scenes of one of cinema's greatest blockbusters in *The Shark Is Broken*-the acclaimed comedy that rev..
Iconic film The Castle is becoming a play
Her Majesty's Theatre
One of Australia's most beloved films makes its long-awaited journey to the stage in a brand-new theatrical production filled with heart, humour and the unforgettable charm of the ..
PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne
Margaret Court Arena
22 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage!
The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, will complete a ruff-roa..
Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne with Anthony LaPaglia
Her Majesty's Theatre
11 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Death of a Salesman returns to Melbourne for a strictly limited season at Her Majesty's Theatre this August. Directed by acclaimed Australian theatre-maker Neil Armfield..
Piccolo Teatro Magic Theatre
30 Nov -0001
Wondering what's on in Melbourne?
At last Melbourne has an intimate and bespoke cabaret club dedicated to magic and some extra cabaret surprises.
Created and founded by internationally renowned magician Sam Angel..
The Shark Is Broken
Athenaeum Theatre
15 Oct 2026 to 8 Nov 2026
The shark may not be working, but the drama certainly is.
Step behind the scenes of one of cinema's greatest blockbusters in *The Shark Is Broken*-the acclaimed comedy that reveals the hilarious tensions, unexpected ..
Iconic film The Castle is becoming a play
Her Majesty's Theatre
23 Mar 2027 to 18 Apr 2027
One of Australia's most beloved films makes its long-awaited journey to the stage in a brand-new theatrical production filled with heart, humour and the unforgettable charm of the Kerrigan family.
Based on the iconic ..
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The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Bluestone Church Arts Space
Subverse Theatre proudly presents
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Written and Directed by Stuart Bruce
Created with the support of the Maribyrnong City Council through their A..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Cut Chilli
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Cut Chilli by Chenturan Aran
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
No one leaves the table until someone tells the truth.
Jamie was abandoned as a baby in Sri Lanka. At le..
The Shark Is Broken
Athenaeum Theatre
The shark may not be working, but the drama certainly is.
Step behind the scenes of one of cinema's greatest blockbusters in *The Shark Is Broken*-the acclaimed comedy that rev..
Animal Farm Reimagined for Modern Australia
Fairfax Studio
George Orwell's timeless political allegory is given a bold Australian makeover as Animal Farm returns to the stage in a fast-paced, razor-sharp production that speaks directly to ..
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Bluestone Church Arts Space
13 Aug 2026 to 29 Aug 2026
Subverse Theatre proudly presents
The Sacrifice of Farinelli
Written and Directed by Stuart Bruce
Created with the support of the Maribyrnong City Council through their Artist in Residence program, this winter ..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Cut Chilli
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
12 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026
Cut Chilli by Chenturan Aran
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
No one leaves the table until someone tells the truth.
Jamie was abandoned as a baby in Sri Lanka. At least that's what Katherine told him, as s..
The Shark Is Broken
Athenaeum Theatre
15 Oct 2026 to 8 Nov 2026
The shark may not be working, but the drama certainly is.
Step behind the scenes of one of cinema's greatest blockbusters in *The Shark Is Broken*-the acclaimed comedy that reveals the hilarious tensions, unexpected ..
Animal Farm Reimagined for Modern Australia
Fairfax Studio
12 Aug 2026 to 22 Aug 2026
George Orwell's timeless political allegory is given a bold Australian makeover as Animal Farm returns to the stage in a fast-paced, razor-sharp production that speaks directly to today's world of climate anxiety, media ..
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Dance
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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show
Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dazzling dance and light show. Classical ballet and modern technology come together to create an artistic masterpiece like no other where exquisite..
The Capitol
113 Swanston Street Melbourne
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Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show
Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color. Join Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and the Darling children on a magical journey to Neverland! Peter ..
The Capitol
113 Swanston Street Melbourne
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Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest
Following a sold-out season in London and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand in 2025, the critically acclaimed ballet Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest returns to Melbourne's Her Maj..
Her Majesty's Theatre
219 Exhibition Street Melbourne
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Storytime Ballet: Cinderella
Fall under the spell of Cinderella an interactive Storytime Ballet experience for children aged three years and older. Cinderella Cinderella tells the story of a beautiful and kind young girl who is f..
Comedy Theatre
240 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
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The Arts Centre
Hamer Hall, Fairfax Studio, Ian Potter Theatre, Southbank Theatre, The Show Room.The Arts Centre Melbourne is proud to house some of the world's biggest and smallest, roundest and not-so-roundest, deepest and widest stages.
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Athenaeum Theatre
The Athenaeum Theatre on Collins Street in Melbourne's East End Theatre District hosts a range of theatre, comedy, music and opera performances.The theatre is smaller than many of Melbourne's larger theatres, giving performances a more intimate atmosphere.
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What's On: Athenaeum Theatre
- ➼ Steel MagnoliasSteel Magnolias
- ➼ Menopause The MusicalMenopause The Musical
- ➼ Monty Python's SpamalotMonty Python's Spamalot
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Comedy Theatre
Historic Melbourne theatre hosting comedy, musicals and plays.Comedy Theatre Tickets Directions
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Her Majesty's Theatre
One of Melbourne's most iconic theatres since 1886.Her Majesty's Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Her Majesty's Theatre
- ➼ Award-winning West End revival of Fiddler on the Roof comes to MelbourneAward-winning West End revival of Fiddler on the Roof comes to Melbourne
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Princess Theatre
One of Melbourne's most iconic theatres for major musicals.Princess Theatre Tickets Directions
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Regent Theatre
One of Melbourne's grandest theatres hosting major productions.Regent Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Regent Theatre
- ➼ Opera Australia: La BohemeOpera Australia: La Boheme
- ➼ Opera Australia: Opera Up LateOpera Australia: Opera Up Late
- ➼ Opera Australia: The Trumpet of the SwanOpera Australia: The Trumpet of the Swan
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